Tennyson Lee

Dr. Tennyson Lee, a Consultant Psychiatrist in Psychotherapy, shares his journey from public health to psychiatry, influenced by his time in apartheid South Africa. He discusses the challenges in diagnosing personality disorders and the stigma associated with them. Emphasizing the importance of clinician empathy, he explains how early life experiences shape patient interactions. The conversation also covers improving clinician-patient dynamics and the delicate balance of using medication alongside psychotherapy for effective treatment.